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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 32953: Predominantly White Area with Low Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
ZIP code 32953 in North Merritt Island, Florida, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area is predominantly white, comprising 77% of the population, with a Hispanic presence of 11% and small representations of other racial groups. The median income in 2022 was $70,344, indicating a relatively affluent community.
Over the past decade, North Merritt Island has maintained its "Low Diversity" status, with the white population consistently above 75%. However, gradual shifts towards increased diversity have been observed. The white population decreased from 81% in 2019 to 77% in 2022, while the Hispanic population increased from 7% in 2013 to 11% in 2022. The Asian population and those of two or more races also showed slight increases.
The median income in the area has fluctuated over the past decade, showing an overall upward trend despite variations. In 2013, the median income was $59,376, rising to $72,815 in 2019, peaking at $81,807 in 2021, and then settling at $70,344 in 2022. The population has steadily increased from 22,022 in 2013 to 24,817 in 2022, indicating sustained growth and attractiveness of the area to new residents.
The demographic shifts in North Merritt Island align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in many communities across the United States. The area's median income of $70,344 in 2022 is above the national median household income, suggesting that North Merritt Island remains a relatively affluent area. The consistent population growth in the ZIP code contrasts with some other areas in Florida and the United States that have experienced population stagnation or decline.
North Merritt Island remains a predominantly white, low-diversity area, but there are signs of gradual demographic shifts towards increased diversity. These changes, coupled with overall positive economic indicators, suggest a community in slow transition. If current trends continue, the area may evolve into a more diverse and economically dynamic community in the coming years, potentially shifting from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity" or becoming a "Transitional Community."
